Excavator Operator | Training & Career Growth

Allan Myers, Inc; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Job summary

Allan Myers, Inc. is seeking a skilled Excavator Operator to join our Mainline Pipe Crew or Mass Excavation Crew on heavyweight civil construction projects. You should have at least three years of excavator experience and a strong safety mindset.

You will read plans, operate Cat excavators, and work with GPS machine control. CDL is a plus; pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required. We offer competitive pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating excavators in heavy civil construction.
• Experience in mainline pipe installation or mass excavation preferred.
• Ability to work with GPS machine control systems is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of excavation techniques, trenching safety, and soil conditions.
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment and in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL is a plus.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic excavators (e.g., Cat 330, 336, 349, or similar) to perform precise digging, trenching, and grading.
• Excavate for utility installation, including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems (Mainline Pipe Crew).
• Perform bulk earthmoving, slope work, and grading in large-scale excavation projects (Mass Excavation Crew).
• Read and interpret construction plans, grade stakes, and laser levels.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment, following company and OSHA safety standards.
• Perform daily equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and report mechanical issues.
• Work collaboratively with crew members, site supervisors, and project managers.

Job description

Allan Myers, Inc. is seeking a skilled Excavator Operator to join our Mainline Pipe Crew or Mass Excavation Crew on heavyweight civil construction projects. You should have at least three years of excavator experience and a strong safety mindset.

You will read plans, operate Cat excavators, and work with GPS machine control. CDL is a plus; pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required. We offer competitive pay and generous benefits.